Denier Bracteate - Ottokar II (small) ND (1253-1270) front Denier Bracteate - Ottokar II (small) ND (1253-1270) back
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Denier Bracteate - Ottokar II small ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Unified Moravia and Margraviate
King
Ottokar II (1253-1278)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1253-1270
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Margraviate Bracteates (1253-1300)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#91575
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Uniface coin, blank.

Edge

Plain

Comment

Small bracteates have diameter around 18mm.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denier Bracteate - Ottokar II (small) ND (1253-1270) coin is that it was minted during the reign of Ottokar II, who was the King of Bohemia and Margrave of Moravia. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to unify the regions under his rule. The coin itself is made of silver and features an image of the king on one side and a cross on the other. It was used as a standard circulation coin during his reign and is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.